Artful things

Category: watercolor

  • I ran away

    I ran away

    Embarking on a scenic journey through the PNW, we’re hiking, driving 101, and sharing our adventures with you.

  • Finished floral. It was a struggle.

    Finished floral. It was a struggle.

    Using Gansai Tambi paints.

  • Finding your crowd

    Finding your crowd

    Social media can feel overwhelming, but true connections happen quietly.

  • Paper towels will absorb your artist tears.

    Paper towels will absorb your artist tears.

    Watercolor is a humbling medium that rewards patience, timing, and restraint, with paper towels becoming essential tools for managing mistakes and achieving beautiful results.

  • Just some tiny art

    Just some tiny art

    I’m grateful for the welcoming community and your encouragement!

  • Art is a love language

    Art is a love language

    Original art holds emotional value because it reflects the artist’s personality, mood, and attention to detail. It’s the human presence in the artwork that makes it meaningful.

  • Beginners: Using a limited palette in watercolor

    Beginners: Using a limited palette in watercolor

    Using fewer colors in watercolor enhances readability and depth, making the artwork more captivating.

  • Book review: Nita Engel “How to Make a Watercolor Paint Itself”

    Book review: Nita Engel “How to Make a Watercolor Paint Itself”

    Experience the transformative power of watercolor with Nita Engle’s insights and techniques.

  • Sometimes it’s not easy

    Sometimes it’s not easy

    Creating art is about communicating something meaningful, whether it’s comfort, wonder, or nostalgia, and it often grows slowly through repetition and stubbornness.

  • Color mixing in watercolor

    Color mixing in watercolor

    Nature’s greens vary greatly, from sunlit grass to pine trees and moss. Experimenting with different color combinations enhances realism in watercolor landscapes.